Letter from British King to Suu Kyi: Pro-military government releases close-up photos of Myanmar

On the 19th, Myanmar's pro-military government released a photo that appears to be a close-up of pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi (81), who is under house arrest. According to a presidential palace spokesperson, Interior Ministry officials met with Suu Kyi and handed her two envelopes and two books, including a diplomatic letter sent by Britain's King Charles.

Suu Kyi meets with International Red Cross officials, pro-military government, close photos released - Myanmar

This is the first close-up photo of Suu Kyi to be made public since August, when she met with officials from the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). The pro-military government that took office in April announced that Suu Kyi would be moved from prison in the capital Naypyidaw to house arrest at a designated residence, but she has not been able to meet with her family.

Suu Kyi's second son, Kim Aeris, who lives in the UK, is calling for Suu Kyi's release. The pro-military government appears to be aiming to promote improved treatment by publishing photos of the handing over.